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Eight-toothed spruce bark beetle
Stakeholders asked to remain vigilant as temperature rises and pests likely to begin mating.
Worker suffers burns after striking electricity cable
The risk of striking underground services is high - even in domestic rear gardens.
BTOM: new border measure raise concern
BTOM overhaul from 30 April alters import controls to BCPs; commercial sites face restrictions, posing challenges for the horticulture industry.
Earth Day: irrigation and water solutions
Stay ahead of climate challenges: innovate your landscape techniques with irrigation and water source facilities solutions.
Ten minute rule bill: prohibiting uses of peat
The Government faces a new wave of pressure as MP Theresa Villiers uses a ten-minute rule bill to call for a ban on the horticultural uses of peat by the end of 2024.
Defra announces removal of some BCP locations
From 30 April 2024, the Border Target Operating Model will overhaul import controls, shifting inspections to Border Control Posts.
Green Skills in education and employment
Learn the crucial role of green skills in reaching environmental goals, explore avenues for skill acquisition and the importance of collaboration.
Defra releases common user charge details
What do the charges mean for the landscape industry?
Biodiversity Net Gain extended to small sites
Learn how the Biodiversity Net Gain legislation has been updated and extended to smaller sites from 2 April 2024.
SoGreen Alliance proposes European urban green policy recommendations
Learn about the SoGreen Alliance's advocacy for urban greening, the EU Green Deal 2.0's, and skills development and engagement opportunities.